Manager, Construction Contracts

Morgan-State-University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD seeks a Manager, Construction Contracts to oversee construction-related procurement, contract administration, and professional services for capital projects and facilities maintenance.

The role ensures compliance with Maryland procurement laws and university policies, directs a procurement team, and coordinates complex bid processes to support infrastructure goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education setting; two years at a management level in a central procurement office.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: CPPO, NIGP-CPP, C.P.M., CPSM or related procurement certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise procurement activities for construction, architectural & engineering (A/E), and facilities maintenance projects.
• Review requisitions, specifications, and project scopes to determine appropriate procurement methods in compliance with State procurement law.
• Develop and manage solicitation documents, including evaluation criteria, contract terms, and performance standards.
• Lead pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site visits, contractor discussions, and negotiation processes.
• Evaluate bids/proposals, determine responsiveness/responsibility, and recommend contract awards.
• Administer contracts post-award, including monitoring performance, modifications, renewals, and dispute resolution.

Skills

CPPO

NIGP-CPP

C.P.M.

CPSM

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Morgan State University is a public research university and historically black college (HBCU) in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Morgan is Maryland's designated public urban university and the largest HBCU in Maryland.

Posting Summary

Job Title

Job Title Manager, Construction Contracts

Division

Division Division of Finance & Administration

Department

Department Procurement & Property Control Department

Work Status

Work Status Full Time

Position Category

Position Category Staff

FLSA

Pay Range

Salary Range

Salary Range $110,000 - $130,000 / year

Fund Source State Support

Job Summary

Manages and administers the University's construction-related procurement and contracting activities, including capital projects, maintenance contracts, and professional services (e.g., A/E and commissioning). Ensures all procurements comply with State of Maryland procurement regulations and University policies. Supervises procurement staff and coordinates complex contracting processes to support institutional infrastructure and capital development goals.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise procurement activities, including IFBs, RFPs, and sole source procurements for construction, architectural and engineering (A/E), and facilities maintenance projects.
• Review requisitions, specifications, and project scopes to determine appropriate procurement methods in compliance with State procurement law.
• Develop and manage solicitation documents, including evaluation criteria, contract terms, and performance standards.
• Lead pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site visits, contractor discussions, and negotiation processes.
• Evaluate bids/proposals, determine responsiveness/responsibility, and recommend contract awards.
• Administer contracts post-award, including monitoring performance, compliance, modifications, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with MBE / VSBE / SBR / SBPP participation and reporting requirements.
• Supervise and mentor procurement staff; assign work, review output, and provide training in contract management.
• Prepare Board of Public Works ( BPW ) documentation, reports, and presentations, and provide procurement testimony if required.
• Support audits, reporting, policy development, and strategic initiatives to improve procurement efficiency.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience Required: Five years of experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education setting; two years at a management level in a central procurement office.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Experience Preferred: Three years of the above-stated experience in a state of Maryland agency and/or higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

CPPO , NIGP - CPP , C.P.M., CPSM or related procurement or contract
management certification(s)

Posting Number

Posting Number ST01643

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/20/2026

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 10/30/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/10/2026